The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Lengthening Mascaras, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara — Black Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara — Black #3 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Essence I Love Extreme Crazy Volume Waterproof Mascara - Black Essence I Love Extreme Crazy Volume Waterproof Mascara - Black #48 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#48
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Bold, buildable
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Good waterproof hold
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Flexible, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good all-day hold
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Excellent ($4.97)
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore volumizer under $5

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